Marshall Arts: The Podcast

John MacDonald, who hosts and performs at drag events as Noelle Diamond, discusses the wide range of skills and complex artistry that goes into drag performance. He also shares some thoughts about his experience with drag queen story hours and the importance of such events in our communities.

Ahead of a performance at Universal Preservation Hall in Saratoga Springs, award-winning local musician Buggy Jive sits down with Rick Marshall for a wide-ranging discussion of his music and inspirations, his creative videos (including his 2020 lockdown anthem "Ain't Going Anywhere" and NPR's 2023 Tiny Desk Contest finalist, "Don't Quit Your Day Job"), and his new album, "Hurry Up Please It's Time."

Bridget Punsalang, the owner of Bittersweet Blackbird tattoo studio, discusses the artistry and evolution of her unique, woman-owned and women-run shop in Clifton Park.

Visual artist Melody Often discusses her award-winning work in a wide range of media, including her plant-themed projects currently featured in a Schenectad gallery, as well as her local roots and the region's blossoming creative community.

Frank Gillen, better known as "The Spider-Man of Upstate NY," talks to host Rick Marshall about his cosplay origin story, what costumes mean to him, and what he's learned from spending the last decade in Spidey's suit.

Award-winning local musician and comedian Erin Harkes discusses her path to the stage, her pivot to comedy, and her shared local history with host Rick Marshall.